(Caution: the alderman uses some colourful language that may not be suitable for all Hall Monitor visitors)

UPDATE: If a company suddenly finds four leaks on a natural gas line, are they worth the scorn? That’s what ATCO told the Herald happened here. Annual inspection on the aging line beneath Elbow Drive occurred in the fall after the construction finished.

While planning the Elbow Dr. reconstruction project, the city consulted with utility providers, including ATCO, in an attempt to coordinate work and minimize disruption to the community. At the time, ATCO did not feel that their infrastructure needed upgrading. However, ATCO has now determined that a portion of their gas line, running between Lansdowne & 47th Ave needs replacing.

I am disappointed that ATCO was not able to align its work with the Elbow Drive Reconstruction to reduce the impact on you and your neighbours. I trust and expect they will make every attempt to complete their repairs as quickly as possible and minimize the disruption caused to everyone.

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